2001 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1961 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2001 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950. 2001 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1961 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1961 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Infiniti Q45 | 1961 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Innocenti |
| Model | Q45 | 950 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |
